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Barbell Larsen Bench Press
Barbell Larsen Bench Press is an intermediate compound strength exercise that works the pectorals (chest), with the abdominals and forearms assisting. It needs a barbell and a bench. A typical prescription is 3-4 sets of 6-10 reps, and it burns about 6.1 calories per minute.
- Target
- Pectorals
- Body part
- Chest
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Compound
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 3-4 × 6-10
- Calories / min
- ≈ 6.1 kcal
Primary muscles
- Chest · Pectoralis Major
- Triceps · Triceps Brachii
- Shoulders · Anterior Deltoids
- Core · Rectus Abdominis
Secondary muscles
- Abdominals · Transversus Abdominis
- Shoulders · Rotator Cuff
- Forearms · Forearm Flexors
- Chest · Pectoralis Minor
How to do Barbell Larsen Bench Press
- Lie flat on a bench with your legs fully extended in front of your body and hold the barbell with a grip wider than shoulder width.
- Keep your core tight and slowly lower the barbell to the middle of your chest while keeping your legs raised.
- Pause briefly with the barbell lightly touching your chest.
- Press the barbell back up until your arms are straight, then repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Form tips
- Keep your legs fully extended and off the floor throughout the exercise, while engaging your core for stability.
- Keep your wrists straight and stacked over your forearms.
- Press the barbell in a smooth, controlled path over your chest and lower the weight slowly with control.
- Inhale as you lower the barbell and exhale as you press it up.
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Barbell Larsen Bench Press FAQ
What muscles does Barbell Larsen Bench Press work?
Barbell Larsen Bench Press mainly works the pectorals in the chest (Pectoralis Major, Triceps Brachii, Anterior Deltoids and Rectus Abdominis). The abdominals and forearms work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Barbell Larsen Bench Press?
You need a barbell and a bench.
How many sets and reps of Barbell Larsen Bench Press should I do?
Start with 3-4 sets of 6-10 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Barbell Larsen Bench Press good for beginners?
It's rated intermediate. Beginners can work up to it once they control simpler chest exercises.
How many calories does Barbell Larsen Bench Press burn?
About 6.1 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 61 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Barbell Larsen Bench Press?
Other exercises for the pectorals include Dumbbell Bench Press, Band Bench Press, Dumbbell Decline Bench Press and Cable Bench Fly Press.
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